LEWISTON – HealthSteps’ summer classes will run from July 9 to Aug. 24 at the Bates College Merrill Gymnasium, unless otherwise noted.

The cost of a core membership is $42. Classes with the core membership fee include:

Lap Swim: Mon/Wed 6:05 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. and Fridays at 6:05 a..m. to 7:15 a.m. Swim laps in the 25-meter, 8-lane pool supervised by a certified lifeguard.

Walk/Jog: Mon/Wed/Fri from 6:05 a.m. to 6:55 a.m. Walk or jog at your own pace followed by strengthening and flexibility exercises.

Aquatic Fitness: Mon/Wed/Fri from 6:30 a.m. to 7:15 a.m. (While swimming skills are not needed, a comfort level in both deep and shallow water is important).

Step & Tone: Mon 7 a.m. to 7:45a.m., Friday’s 7:15 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. This class provides the best of both worlds, alternating between low-impact step and strengthening for an all around workout.

Dance Aerobics: Wed from 7 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Learn to dance as you perform this fun-filled, calorie-burning workout!

Time to Stretch: Fridays at 7 a.m. to 7:15 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. This class will take you through a full body stretch for relaxation, peace of mind, and an increase in flexibility.

TNT (Tone-n-Tighten): Mon/Wed 7:45 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Strengthen your major muscle groups in this class using weights, resistance tubes, and bands.

Balance Ball Blast for Strength: Tues/Thurs 7:15 a.m. to 8 a.m. (*Lepage Large St. Mary’s). Challenge yourself with this total body strengthening class.

Abs and Stretch: Tues/Thurs 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. (*Lepage Large/St. Mary’s). Enjoy a great abdominal and lower back workout followed by total body stretching to increase flexibility.

* These classes will have a room change on: July 12, 17, Aug. 9 and 28 and will be held at the Bank of America Room in the Women’s Pavillion.

All instructors are certified and ready to take you through a safe and productive workout no matter your fitness level.

All new members are eligible for a free fitness consultation and orientation to the program.

Call today and start your way to a new healthy lifestyle where you will feel better, have more energy, meet great people, and enjoy exercise even more!

For more information or to register, call HealthSteps at 777-8898 or visit them on the Web at www.stmarysmaine.com.

HealthSteps is part of the Prevention & Wellness Services offered through St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center.